SESSER – Phyllis Jean Pearson, 83, of Sesser, passed away on Saturday, February 25, 2023 at her home.

She was born on January 3, 1940 in Coello, IL to Edgar and Wanda (Norris) Kunkel.

She is survived by her two sons Phillip Pearson of Sesser and Donald (Holly) Pearson of Sesser; grandchildren Rachel Shearlock, Alex Pearson, Max Pearson and Mackenzie Pearson; one great granddaughter Raelyn and one sister Karen Kunkel of Maryland.

She was preceded in death by her parents, one son Ronald Pearson and one brother Maurice Kunkel.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, March 2, 2023 at 1:00 p.m. at the Brayfield-Gilbert Funeral Home in Sesser with Pastor Kirk Packer officiating. Visitation will be on Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 1:00 p.m.

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